Taste of Nepal

BEST TIME FOR TREKKING

For trekking in the Himalaya, or visiting the mountain region or lowland plains, the best time to visit is during spring and autumn. Spring is rhododendron season while autumn brings the clearest skies after the monsoon in October and November. At these times the weather is generally mild and there is little rainfall. Summer from June to September, while not a good time to visit the monsoonal lowland plains, is an ideal time for trekking in the rain shadow region of the Himalaya. The winter months can also provide good trekking conditions but some of the higher passes will be closed due to snow.

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu

Upon arrival at the airport you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome dinner this evening. (D)

Day 2: Kathmandu - Patan

Visit Patan, the second largest city in Nepal. Whilst here you visit the World Heritage listed former Royal Palace and Durbar Square. You also visit the Swayambunath Stupa and the Bodhnath Stupa, one of the largest Buddhist stupas in the world. (B,L)

Day 3: Kathmandu - Bhaktapur

Visit the 9th Century built town of Bhaktapur, a store house of mediaeval art and architecture including the Golden Gate at the Palace of 55 Windows. You also visit the Temple of Changu Narayan, the oldest temple in the valley dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Pashupatinath Temple, famous for its shrine of Shiva. (B,L)

Day 4: Kathmandu to Pokhara

After breakfast drive to Pokhara. Upon arrival commence an orientation tour of the city, including a visit to Barahi Temple. (B,L)

Day 5: Pokhara to Chitwan National Park

This morning drive to Chitwan National Park and commence a jungle safari. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Chitwan National Park

Enjoy a full day to explore the National Park by jungle safari. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Chitwan National Park to Daman

Drive to Daman (2500m) and enjoy an optional 4 hour walk to the local monastery. (B,L,D)

Day 8: Daman

Visit the local villages and an excursion to a Buddhist Mountain monastery. (B,L,D)

Days 9-10: Daman to Kathmandu

Drive back to Kathmandu for an overnight stay. (B,L) The following morning your arrangements end after checkout from your hotel. (B)

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